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Gartner Answers Client Questions on AI Agents, Biocomputing, and Generative AI Computer Vision

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Organizations across industries continue to evaluate artificial intelligence and emerging technologies as they plan future investments and operational strategies.

Florida’s Top Auto Insurers Indicate Average 8% Rate Decrease for 2026

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According to the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR), these insurers represent approximately 78% of Florida’s auto insurance market.

DOXA Forms Transactional Liability Program, Appoints Michael McGowan as President

McGowan will lead the development of the new program and build its global underwriting capabilities.

JD Power Study Examines Life and Annuity Distribution Partners

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A new JD Power Life & Annuity Distribution Partner Experience Study reports that financial advisors, insurance brokers, and banking professionals generally rate their life insurance and annuity partners highly.

Regulatory Pressures Shape InsurTech Priorities in 2026

Compliance, transparency, and capital discipline are emerging as defining forces influencing innovation and operational strategy across the industry in 2026.

Florida Property Insurance Assessment Scheduled to End Early in 2026

The Florida Insurance Guaranty Association voted to terminate the charge, which officials say could save policyholders across the state approximately $650 million.

AEU’s Mike Adams Appointed to Shipbuilders Council of America Partners Committee

The committee represents shipyard supplier and partner members and works to strengthen engagement across the shipbuilding industrial base.

Flood Patterns Shift as NFIP Debt Surpasses $20 Billion, Researchers Call for Structural Updates

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At the same time, researchers say outdated flood prediction methods are compounding financial strain on the program and exposing property owners to greater risk.